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US Chamber of Commerce Paralegal, U.S. Chamber Litigation Center in Washington, District Of Columbia

Paralegal, U.S. Chamber Litigation Center

Headquarters, 1615 H Street, NW, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States of America Req #500

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

ABOUT US:

If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner.

We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges. 

ABOUT THE U.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LITIGATION CENTER:

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Litigation Center is the litigation arm of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, advocating for free enterprise in the courts. The Litigation Center represents the voice of the business community as amicus curiae and as a party to litigation. We file over 200 amicus briefs in state and federal courts each year. And we bring lawsuits on behalf of the U.S. Chamber to challenge anti-business laws and regulations.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Provide administrative and legal support to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Litigation Center and its attorneys.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Legal Support

  • Prepare, edit, and proofread legal and member materials for accuracy and completeness.

  • Maintain, manage, and organize the Litigation Center’s case-tracking, internal deadlines, attorney admissions, and court filings.

  • Plan and execute moot courts.

  • Provide legal support as needed, including the preparation of reports and the retrieval of court and agency documents.

    Events & Communications

  • Assist with marketing and communications, including member and external fundraising materials, website updates, blog, and Twitter posts.

  • Handle communications with member companies and law firms, other organizations, and Chamber staff.

  • Plan, manage logistics, and provide support for a variety of virtual and in-person events, including out-of-town events.

  • Schedule internal and external meetings for Litigation Center attorneys.

  • Coordinate travel arrangements, logistics, briefing materials, and expense reports.

    Administrative Duties

  • Track information, including by answering phones, routing calls, responding to routine matters, entering and maintaining up-to-date information.

  • Perform other administrative duties and special projects as assigned.

    REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years’ administrative experience. Paralegal training or experience preferred.

  • Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Proactively identify issues and solve problems independently.

  • Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.

  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, handle confidential information, anticipate needs, work independently and collaboratively, and interact with high-level executives and their staffs (both internally and externally).

  • Strong client service ethic.

  • Proficiently in MS Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

  • Experience at a law firm or as an executive assistant preferred.

  • An interest in policy, law, and politics preferred.

    The anticipated start date for this opportunity will be July or August 2024.

    We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Our talent acquisition and employment policies are inclusive. We respect both the spirit and letter of the laws of equal employment opportunity.

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  • Headquarters, 1615 H Street, NW, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States of America

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